Test Code LAB105 Myoglobin

Intended Use

Used to evaluate damage to both the heart muscle and skeletal muscle

Immunoenzymatic Assay

RCH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 8 hours

Refrigerated: 24 hours

Frozen: -20C > 24 hours

Monday through Sunday

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